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NovaGold Resources Inc (NG)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
03/27/2025: NG (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -43.93% | Avg. Invested days 29 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.11B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 7.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 7.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2239073 | Beta 1.1 | 52 Weeks Range 2.75 - 4.88 | Updated Date 03/25/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2.75 - 4.88 | Updated Date 03/25/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.14 |
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-03-25 | When Before Market | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin - | Operating Margin (TTM) - |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -12.05% | Return on Equity (TTM) -1791.48% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 1087393635 | Price to Sales(TTM) - |
Enterprise Value 1087393635 | Price to Sales(TTM) - | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue - | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -40.37 | Shares Outstanding 334567008 | Shares Floating 218873854 |
Shares Outstanding 334567008 | Shares Floating 218873854 | ||
Percent Insiders 26.46 | Percent Institutions 58.27 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 3.67 | Target Price 7.5 | Buy - | Strong Buy 1 |
Buy - | Strong Buy 1 | ||
Hold 2 | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
NovaGold Resources Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
NovaGold Resources Inc. was incorporated in 1985. It focuses on exploring and developing gold properties, primarily the Donlin Gold project. The company has evolved from exploration to advanced-stage development.
Core Business Areas
- Gold Exploration and Development: Focuses on discovering and developing gold deposits. The main asset is the Donlin Gold project.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team consists of the President and CEO, CFO, and other key executives. The organizational structure is typical of a mining company with departments focused on exploration, development, finance, and investor relations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Gold Reserves: NovaGold's primary asset is its share of the Donlin Gold project's gold reserves. Since the company does not currently have producing assets, revenue is not directly tied to sales. Competitors for Donlin Gold are other large-scale gold projects and producing mines.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The gold mining industry is influenced by factors such as gold prices, geopolitical risks, and production costs. There is high demand for gold as a safe haven asset.
Positioning
NovaGold is positioned as a developer of a significant gold resource (Donlin Gold). The company's competitive advantage lies in the size and quality of its resource base.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global gold market is vast. NovaGold's potential market share depends on its ability to bring Donlin Gold into production. Gold market is over $200 billion.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Large gold resource at Donlin Gold
- Strategic partnership with Barrick Gold
- Experienced management team
- Location in a mining-friendly jurisdiction (Alaska)
Weaknesses
- Donlin Gold project is not yet in production
- Significant capital expenditure required for development
- Dependent on partner (Barrick Gold)
- Environmental permitting risks
Opportunities
- Rising gold prices
- Advancements in mining technology
- Increased investor interest in gold assets
- Potential for resource expansion at Donlin Gold
Threats
- Decline in gold prices
- Increased operating costs
- Geopolitical risks
- Environmental regulations
- Community opposition to mining
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Barrick Gold (GOLD)
- Newmont Corporation (NEM)
- Agnico Eagle Mines Limited (AEM)
Competitive Landscape
NovaGold's main advantage is its Donlin Gold asset. However, it faces competition from larger, established gold producers with operating mines and greater financial resources. NovaGold stock is tied to the production of Donlin Gold.
Major Acquisitions
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: NovaGold's historical growth is characterized by exploration success and advancement of the Donlin Gold project.
Future Projections: Future growth is dependent on the successful development of Donlin Gold and rising gold prices. Analyst estimates vary based on project timelines and gold price forecasts.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include advancing the Donlin Gold permitting process, optimizing project economics, and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders.
Summary
NovaGold is a development-stage company focused on the Donlin Gold project, which holds significant gold reserves. The company is not generating profits. The project is dependent on gold prices. Permitting remains a key obstacle, requiring strong operational execution to navigate regulatory hurdles successfully.
Similar Companies
- GOLD
- NEM
- AEM
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- NovaGold Resources Inc. SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Estimates
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. The information provided is based on available data and is subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About NovaGold Resources Inc
Exchange NYSE MKT | Headquaters Vancouver, BC, Canada | ||
IPO Launch date 2003-12-04 | President, CEO & Non-Independent Director Mr. Gregory A. Lang | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Gold | Full time employees 14 | Website https://www.novagold.com |
Full time employees 14 | Website https://www.novagold.com |
NovaGold Resources Inc. explores and develops gold mineral properties in the United States. Its principal asset owns 50% interest in the Donlin Gold project consisting of 493 mining claims covering an area of approximately 29,008 hectares located in the Kuskokwim and Mt. McKinley Recording Districts. The company was formerly known as NovaCan Mining Resources (1985) Limited and changed its name to NovaGold Resources Inc. in March 1987. NovaGold Resources Inc. was incorporated in 1984 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.
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